Green Tips for the Office
At home, you’re diligent about recycling, turning off the lights, and limiting your water usage. Maybe you even started composting this year. But if you’re not careful, the things you do throughout your workday can make your carbon footprint surprisingly large.
If you’re looking for ways to go green at work, we applaud you! To help get you started, we’ve assembled this helpful how-to guide.
Ways to Go Green at Your Desk
- Use Eco-Friendly Light Bulbs
- Open Windows During Nice Weather
- Avoid Printing Documents
- Recyle
- Keep Potted Plants on Your Desk
- Walk to Lunch
- Use Reusable Mugs and Bottles
Ways to Go Green During Meetings
- Install Energy Efficient Lighting
- Use Whiteboards and Projectors Instead of Paper Handouts
- Allow Employees to Call In From Home When Possible
Green Tips for the Office Break Room
- Offer Filtered Water Instead of Bottled
- Use Recycled Filters or a Coffee Maker that Doesn't Require Filters
- Use Reusable Plates, Cups and Utensils
Green Tips for the Office Supply Room
- Choose Green Cleaning Products
- Limit the Use of Copiers, Printers and Fax Machines
- Use Green Office Supplies like Recycled Paper
These are just a few ideas. With a little creativity, you can make you make your green office a shining example of environmental responsibility!
